Peterson thinks Cassel has the edge at quarterback

Summary of 11 articles · Updated Aug 25, 2014

“He’s been here,” Peterson said of Cassel. “He’s a veteran guy. Cassel has been sharp while starting all three preseason games. “I told the team this morning that Matt Cassel will be the starter going into the season,” said Vikings coach Mike Zimmer. Givi… (more)ng Cassel the job is the safe play, but it might also be best for Bridgewater’s development, no matter how well he’s played in the preseason. Cassel has been steady, and not even the precocious play of first-rounder Teddy Bridgewater was enough to shake it. And that includes Teddy Bridgewater, the guy who lost despite a surprisingly strong preseason that includes no turnovers, four touchdowns, a coolheaded fourth-quarter comeback and a passer rating that leads the league among players who have attempted at least 40 passes.

Teddy Bridgewater has no problem with Matt Cassel starting

Matt Cassel has been a Pro Bowler, and he’s been benched. So even though his being named the Vikings’ starting quarterback wasn’t a surprise, he admitted it was gratifying. “I’ve been through a lot in my career,” Cassel said, via Mark Craig of the Minne…

The cordial QBs: Bridgewater still calls this the 'perfect situation for me'

The announcement that came as no surprise to anyone outside of the organization was of no surprise to the two participants as well. Matt Cassel, were you surprised to be named the Vikings starting quarterback this morning? “To be honest with you, I work…

Mid-day talker: Cassel over Bridgewater is both boring and smart

Based on three preseason games, the Vikings weren’t going to embarrass themselves regardless of which quarterback they chose as their starter going into the season. Both Matt Cassel and Teddy Bridgewater have played pretty well in the tune-ups, meaning …

Vikings declare Matt Cassel their starter

Matt Cassel is the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback. The team was informed at a meeting this morning that Cassel will start, Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reports. The move comes as no surprise: Although Teddy Bridgewater is the quarterback of the fut…